Votes and Voices

This passage explores whether every vote counts the same in the Electoral College. Small states have more influence because they get at least three electors. Some say the system helps minority groups by protecting their voices. Others believe it makes some votes worth more than others. The debate shows how fairness and equality are questioned in elections.

Vocabulary grows with words like “minority” and “representation.” Comprehension is practiced by understanding comparisons of small and large states. Critical thinking is used to decide whether the system is fair. Grammar is reinforced with exposure to explanatory writing. Summarizing requires students to pull together complex fairness arguments into one view.